Anthropologists and Archeologists Salary in Washington
Anthropologists and Archeologists in Washington earn a median of $74,790 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $74,790
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($70,770)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,560; the top 10% earn over $116,210. Nationally the range is $49,050 to $108,060.
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Anthropologists and Archeologists pay in Washington
How much do anthropologists and archeologists make in Washington?
The median is $74,790 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,560 and the top 10% earn over $116,210. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for anthropologists and archeologists?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 45 (+6% vs. the national median of $70,770). Living costs are not included.